Part-Time Bailiff

Performs a full range of courtroom and security duties in support of operations. Responsible for: initial security screening of all visitors entering the Court, maintaining order within the courtroom, transporting prisoners to and from the Wood County Justice Center. Strong skills in communication and observation in a demanding and fast-paced environment required. Ohio Peace Office … Continue reading Part-Time Bailiff

Unclaimed Funds

If your name is on the Unclaimed Funds List, please contact Sheryl Rife, Clerk of Court, at 419-352-5263. Unclaimed Funds 01 01 2023

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Small Claims Information

1. PARTIES AND REPRESENTATION An action in the Small Claims Division is commenced upon the filing of a complaint with the court. The party who files the complaint is the plaintiff. The party against whom the action is filed is the defendant. NOTE: The clerks at the Small Claims counter may not give you legal … Continue reading Small Claims Information

Basic Costs and Fees

BOWLING GREEN MUNICIPAL COURT 711 S. Dunbridge Rd. Bowling Green, OH 43402 ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER Basic Costs and Fees for Criminal and Traffic Cases                                               No. 13-A0-02 ORDERED: Effective January 17,2013, the Criminal and … Continue reading Basic Costs and Fees

Filing Fees

* Covers Up to 2 Defendants    Add $10 for each additional defendant Payments can be made by money order, certified check, personal check, or cash.  

Collection By Garnishment

Garnishment is a legal process that allows a creditor to take a debtor’s money that is currently being held by a third party (employer or banking institution) to satisfy a judgment.  An employer can be required to pay to the court a portion (currently 25%) of those wages earned by a debtor (employee) in order to … Continue reading Collection By Garnishment

Civil Marriage Ceremonies

 Our court does not issue marriage licenses.  Licenses must be obtained from the Probate Division of Common Pleas Court. Marriage Ceremonies are not being offered at this time.